Scotland Weather

Weather

Winter in Scotland is marked by very short days while summer days are very long with an extended twilight; you might not see the sun going to bed until 11pm on the islands. Generally the country is cool and wet although on the east coast it is drier with colder winters. The western Highlands around Fort William are the wettest place in Britain.

January and February are generally the coldest months - maximum temperatures range around 5°C to 7°C. July and August are normally the warmest months with an average temperature of 19°C.

It's worth exploring the north of Scotland with its striking landscapes of serene lochs and soaring mountains. You may also be in for another treat too with the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis. Auroras are the most visible effect of the sun's activity on the earth's atmosphere and appear as arcs, clouds, and streaks in mostly vivid greens. They most often occur from September to October and from March to April.